BDI ATB-300-5 Audio Tool Box

Rack-Mounted Digital and Analog Audio Switching Solution
The Broadcast Devices ATB-300-5 Audio Tool Box is a high-performance rack-mounted system designed for seamless switching and routing in both digital and analog audio environments. This versatile unit provides four AES inputs and outputs, along with four analog L/R balanced inputs and outputs, making it an essential tool for broadcast studios, production facilities, and live sound applications. Engineered for precise audio management, the ATB-300-5 offers programmable controls for customizing signal routing and redundancy options to maintain uninterrupted audio integrity.

Flexible Input and Output Configuration for Professional Applications
With its combination of digital and analog I/O, the ATB-300-5 adapts to various audio infrastructures. The unit supports four AES digital inputs and outputs alongside four analog L/R balanced inputs and outputs, allowing users to integrate both legacy and modern equipment with ease. Whether used in a fully digital setup or as a bridge between analog and digital systems, this module ensures high-fidelity audio signal transmission.

Intelligent Silence Detection and Automatic Signal Revert
Designed for reliability in live broadcasting and production settings, the ATB-300-5 includes a silence sense delay feature that actively monitors audio signals. Users can program automatic signal switching to secondary, tertiary, or alternate sources in case of signal loss. The built-in revert function restores the primary channel when signal integrity is regained, ensuring a continuous and professional audio experience without manual intervention.

Advanced Programmability for Customized Signal Management
The ATB-300-5 provides an intuitive front-panel menu system that enables precise configuration of essential functions, including input mode selection, input/output gain adjustments, input phase inversion, and programmable silence thresholds. With the ability to assign up to eight channels for redundancy, this unit offers a customizable solution tailored to complex audio environments.

Seamless Switching with Silent Switch Technology
Broadcast Devices incorporates proprietary Silent Switch technology, which allows for seamless transitions between audio sources with no audible switching artifacts. This advanced feature is especially beneficial for AES digital sources, ensuring glitch-free and synchronized transitions between channels. Additionally, frame rate conversion on all digital inputs maintains compatibility with various digital audio formats.

Remote Control and Power Fail Memory for Operational Reliability
For added convenience, the ATB-300-5 is fully remote-control ready, featuring both parallel standard and optional serial interface control. Programmable alarm contacts provide remote monitoring capabilities, while the power fail memory function ensures that the unit retains its last channel selection upon power restoration, minimizing downtime and operational disruptions.